ISBN: 9780259992318 - narrative of a mission of inquiry to the jews from the church of scotland in 1839 (classic reprint) [lingua inglese] (3 risultati)

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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. An extraordinary account of two devout Scottish ministers' travels across Europe to the Holy Land in the 19th century. Their mission, commissioned by the Church of Scotland, was to inquire after the scattered Jewish people and to observe their condition firsthand. The book provides a rare glimpse into the lives of Jews in diverse cities, towns, and villages throughout France, Italy, and the island of Malta during a time of significant social and religious change. The authors detail their conversations with Jewish leaders, their impressions of Jewish customs and religious practices, and their observations on the challenges and opportunities facing Jewish communities in the wake of emancipation and the rise of secularism. Rich in historical and cultural insights, this book offers a unique perspective on the history of the Jewish people in Europe and the enduring power of religious faith. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…